Escape to The Writer's Cottage, a charming stone retreat nestled under an ancient oak tree within Roundwood House's 18-acre estate. Book dinner and breakfast in the Main House or relax with a book from the impressive Library of Civilization, all while enjoying WiFi access upon request.
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Exceptional
Entire home
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Outdoor space
Parking available
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
A gardener's cottage tucked away in the corner of an old country house estate.
The Writer's Cottage is a tiny old stone cottage for two, tucked away in the corner of the Kitchen Garden on the early Georgian estate of Roundwood House. It sits under a giant oak tree and provides a complete escape from the the hustle and bustle of modern living. Travel writer, Pol O’Conghaile, lists it in the Irish Independent as one of the “ten best Irish hidey-holes guaranteed to erase memories of the nine to five”. If room to swing a cat is a priority, then the Writer's Cottage is probably not for you. However, if romantic, secluded, quaint and a breath of fresh air is what you’re looking for, you’ll love it! Guests staying in the Writer's Cottage not only have access to 18 acres of park and woodland but also to the Main House, an 18th century Palladian Villa, where dinner and breakfast can be booked. There is also an impressive Library of Civilization in the Old Coach House with a collection of over 2000 books for guests' enjoyment. The Writer's Cottage has a small kitchenette with a 2 ring hob, mini convection oven, microwave, kettle, toaster and fridge. There is no washing machine or dryer, but there are laundry services available in Roundwood House if required. WiFi is available in the Writer's Cottage upon request. Guests that require high speed internet access are always welcome to make themselves comfortable in the Library where we have fibre-optic broadband. The only exception to this is when the Library has been pre-booked on an exclusive basis.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Car required
Parking on site
Kitchenette
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Electric kettle
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Dining
Breakfast available for a fee
Bedrooms
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Wood stove
Entertainment
Books
Outdoor areas
Garden
Laundry
Laundromat nearby
Comfort
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Hardwood flooring in public areas
Visual alarms in hallways
Well-lit path to entrance
Smoke-free property
Location highlights
In a rural location
Near a hospital
Near an outlet shopping centre
Things to do
Birdwatching nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
This property does not allow children
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
We should mention
A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Located in Mountrath, this holiday home is in a rural area. The Dunamaise Arts Centre and Mountmellick Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Portlaoise Golf Club and Abbeyleix Golf Club. Portlaoise Leisure Centre Park and Portlaoise Leisure Centre are also worth visiting. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking, ecotours and cycling nearby. Visit our Mountrath travel guide
Is A gardener's cottage tucked away in the corner of an old country house estate. pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at A gardener's cottage tucked away in the corner of an old country house estate.?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at A gardener's cottage tucked away in the corner of an old country house estate.?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at A gardener's cottage tucked away in the corner of an old country house estate.?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is A gardener's cottage tucked away in the corner of an old country house estate. located?
Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is within 12 miles (20 km) of Slieve Bloom, Aghaboe Abbey and Irish High Cross Kinnitty. Cadamstown Dolmen and Bernard's Pyramid are also within 12 miles (20 km).
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A beautiful, cozy, and quiet cottage on the grounds of Roundwood House.
The writers cottage was very comfortable and quaint. Hannah and Paddy were wonderful hosts with lots of good suggestions on things to see during our stay. If you’re looking for a quiet place to get away, but central on the island to be able to do day trips from, I highly suggest this beautiful place!
I arrived at the quaint little cottage and the fire was burning. The fire created a cosy ambiance and I felt welcome coming in from the rain. It’s such a beautiful space.
Stayed here for my last night in Ireland after a week long trip. It was honestly the perfect way to end my vacation. Had the writers cottage all to myself and the fire was already going when I arrived. It was exactly the cozy quiet night I was looking for!
I have to preface this with an *. I had booked the gardener's cottage but there was some sort of booking mishap and the cottage was double booked. To their credit they gave me a room in the main house which was very nice. It was technically an up-grade and there was no charge. I would have like the solitude of the cottage, but I am not upset as I had a lovely time.
You should most definitely get dinner. The food was exceptional. I enjoyed interacting with the other guests and the host over conversation in the drawing room. I was also able to find a bit of the solitude I was looking for with a walk around the grounds and a few hours spent in the very nicely appointed library. I think the library was my favorite space on the property.
I would definitely come back again and perhaps stay an extra day or ten.
lovely relaxing place to chill out. cottage has a wood burning fire and the surroundings are beautiful. you'll get the best sleep of your life as it's so quiet and secluded and our host hannah was lovely to deal with and very hospitable
We couldn't have picked a better spot for home base during our stay in Ireland. We adventured in all directions by day and snuggled into the cottage each night.
It was such a delight to drive up to the idyllic manor house, be greeted by some very friendly puppies and farm animals, and wind our way back to the cottage. We loved that a fire was already burning in the stove when we arrived, and were pleasantly surprised by the excellent wifi connection. We would definitely recommend this lovely property!
A magical walk past the estate and thru the forest leads you to a quiet, peaceful adode. A safehouse against the modern world. Combined with an over the top breakfast - produces an amazing start to a day.